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View recent webinars on "Techniques for Enhancing Visualization of Lyophilization Cakes"; the three-part series on "Lyophilization Validation: Operational Qualification and Process Validation"; learn the "Basic Theory of Freeze Drying" and much more...

Support

Our people make the difference.

SP Scientific service professionals offer your organization a depth of expertise that is truly unique to our selected industries and markets. We are recognized experts in applications, methodologies, lab processes and many other areas that directly impact your day-to-day operations. With SP Scientific your solution is just a call or an e-mail away.

SP Scientific service professionals are highly knowledgeable and are qualified to support every instrument, software and application product that SP Scientific has brought to the market.

Production Units Training

Freeze Dryer Operations & Maintenance Training

We recognize the investment you have made purchasing and installing our
freeze drying systems. We will help you maximize the return on your
lyophilization equipment by assuring your personnel are fully trained in
their operation and maintenance.

All workshops are presented at our facility in Warminster, Pennsylvania.
If you have questions regarding course content, please contact:

Note: The basics of each course are universal in scope, and much of our
training is broadly applicable to all lyophilizers, not just our own.
Anyone may register and attend. Note: Each course builds on the preceding one and creates a complete training.

Freeze Dryer Systems Training I:

Basic Freeze Dryer Operation and Maintenance

This program is a survey course covering fundamental lyophilizer
operations using terminology and concepts explained in everyday
language.

The course will begin with an overview of lyophilization. The effects
of temperature, pressure, heat transfer, and vapor flow upon the freeze
drying process will be explained and related to the operation of the
freeze dryer. As the course progresses, each key lyophilizer sub-system
will be reviewed in detail as it relates to the control of these
critical parameters.

Although the design of the course is generic, a participant should
expect to receive an overview of Hull freeze dryer operations. The
following topics will be covered:

Freeze Dryer Overview

Refrigeration Circuit
Electrical System
Control System
System and Process Integration
Maintenance
Safety Highlights

Freeze Dryer Systems Training II:

Advanced Freeze Dryer Operation and Maintenance

This program provides an in-depth examination of refrigeration
techniques and practice. The format of the program follows our Freeze Dryer Systems Training I program with a heavier emphasis on identifying
potential problems and implementing corrective actions.

Freeze Dryer Diagnostic Workshop - Understanding Methodology

This is an advanced program developed for individuals with five years of
industry experience. Participants will increase their ability to
develop techniques and strategies to decrease unplanned down time. The
program emphasizes compound compressor ratios and calculating interstage
pressures and how these factors impact the efficiency of the
refrigeration circuits.

Cancellations

Refund requests must be in writing. You will receive a full refund if
we are notified of your cancellation 2 weeks or more prior to the start
of the training course.

If we are notified of your cancellation in writing less than 2 weeks
prior to the start of the workshop, 50% of the registration fee will be
refunded.

Accommodations

We will provide you with a list of local hotels. Please make your
reservations directly; be sure to identify yourself as being with the SP
Industries group to take advantage of any discounts we have negotiated.
The hotel accommodations are not included in the workshop price.

Call us toll free: 800-431-8232 or 845-255-5000

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Company Overview

SP Scientific is the synergistic collection of well-known and highly regarded scientific equipment brands, including VirTis, FTS Systems, Hull, Genevac, Hotpack, and most recently PennTech. The joining of these well-established brands as SP Scientific has created one of the largest and most experienced companies in freeze drying (lyophilization), centrifugal evaporation and concentration, temperature control/thermal management, glassware washers, controlled environments, vial washing and tray loading machines.

More than a scientific equipment supplier, SP Scientific represents brands that distinguish themselves by being able to more thoroughly assist customers in matching equipment to particular application needs. Fortune 500, pharmaceutical, aerospace, automotive, medical device, diagnostic kit and biotechnology companies — as well as government facilities, universities and colleges are among the organizations served on a daily basis.

SP Scientific is constantly striving for superior service and quality. We want to ensure that our customers become part of our “family” and that we serve each customer to the best of our abilities. Each manufacturing facility is an ISO 9001:2008 rated facility. Industries such as pharmaceutical manufacturing have required that the associates at SP Scientific are well versed in current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), Good Automated Manufacturing Practices (GAMP5), 21CFR, Part 11, electronic signatures and ASME standards.

SP Scientific is a global company with manufacturing facilities in Gardiner and Stone Ridge, New York; Warminster, Pennsylvania; and Ipswich, United Kingdom. Regional sales associates, Distributors and service technicians are located throughout the world. SP Scientific associates and distributors look forward to helping you reach your goals.

SP Scientific is part of SP Industries, Inc.,
a leading designer and manufacturer of state-of-the-art laboratory
equipment, pharmaceutical manufacturing solutions, laboratory supplies
and instruments, and specialty glassware. SP's products support research
and production across divers end user markets including pharmaceutical,
scientific research, industrial, aeronautic, semiconductor and
healthcare. SP's three flagship brands -- SP Scientific, SP Scienceware, and SP Ableware
-- represent over 400 combined years of experience, quality, and
innovation. In December, 2015, SP Industries was acquired by Harbour Group,
a private investment firm founded in 1976. Harbour Group is a privately
owned, operations focused company based in St. Louis, Missouri. Headquartered in Warminster, Pennsylvania, SP Industries has
production facilities in the USA and Europe and offers a world-wide
sales and service network with full product support including training
and technical assistance.